Overall Score 7.2 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 6.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JBL Live Pro 2 | Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX5 | IP54 |
weight | 9.6g | 10g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 11mm | 11mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20000Hz | 40000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 93dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 9hours |
battery life of charging case | 30hours | 29hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1hours | |
battery power | 65mAh | 53mAh | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✗ | ✓ | |
has ldac | ✗ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | -38dBV/Pa | ✗ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✓ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✓ | |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✓ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | 2only | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 1Years | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP54, the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro's rating is read as, the first value of 5 denotes that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.
In comparison to the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Pro 2 has a higher liquid rating than Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro have a weight of 10g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
are lighter than the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro with a difference -0.4g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds .
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both JBL Live Pro 2 and Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time.
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background noise well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the device.
JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making both JBL Live Pro 2, and Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro similar in how loud their sound can get
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro's highest frequency is at 40000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Live Pro 2
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Live Pro 2's measurement is 93dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro's battery life is 9 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is
more than that of Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro's case has a full charge of 29 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro by 1 hours
It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.
JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro by 1 hours
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro's battery capacity is 53mAh, battery power, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.
JBL Live Pro 2's battery power is 65mAh.
more than that of Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro by 12mAh
JBL Live Pro 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a supported charging pad.
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and charging case.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
older than that of Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro will work well with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It can reach a high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio.
JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro have 6 microphones.
The JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.
The JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The magnitude of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can pick up.
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
JBL Live Pro 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro support the find earbuds feature.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you find them.
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
The JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The JBL Live Pro 2 support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another device.
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
With the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also have a control panel on them.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them.
JBL Live Pro 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.